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Vincent Pablo
Amazing how fresh *Far From Heaven sounds!!!!
It is one of your timeless songs and probably the one that has your signature all over.LOVE IT ALWAYS.
I 'm back on RN with something different from
12th century.

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Sounds Like:
Jethro Tull, Pink Floyd, The Doors

Bio:
Alternative Rock Theatre. A unique blend of art rock, jazz, electronica and psychedelia that relies heavily on mood and textures to propel thought-provoking lyrics into the deep recesses of your consciousness. It's also the creative output of a certifiable madman, albeit one with something to say...See Full Bio

“Howard Lawrence is one of a kind in the indie music scene. Both his first album, The Enemy Inside, and the new one, Running After Midnight, touch on a number of genres with very appealing results. On Running After Midnight Lawrence ups his game to reveal a dark, brooding yet highly entertaining musical tale. Chronicling a damaged war veteran through his substance abuse issues and various trials and tribulations, we are presented with a concept album of sorts. The music is a robust, fragrant, trippy musical stew with flavors of prog and pastels of electronica. Vocally Howard Lawrence reminds me of latter day Ian Anderson. It is difficult to single out individual songs to highlight, as you will certainly be playing Running After Midnight from start to finish and pressing repeat. This is an album that has great depth in the sonic palette. Check out Howard Lawrence folks and buy his stellar albums, The Enemy Inside and Running After Midnight. Highly recommended!”

— Frank Smith,Amazon.com Reviews

“Wow, the new Howard Lawrence album is astounding! Yet again he shows his mastery for unraveling the human condition. This tale is about an ex-soldier; he’s on the downside, questioning his original motives for enlisting and leaving behind all that he had cared for. Now back in civilian life and suffering with PTSD, he’s trying to cope, to re-prioritize and rebuild his life and former relationships. During the process he starts to raise serious questions about what motivates politicians to enact war in the first place.
On the face of it this makes a highly current and relevant storyline. HL has the ability to portray the story through songs with complex multi-layered melodic passages. It’s a rare talent, and something Roger Waters fans would adore.”

— Robin Youlton,CD Baby Reviews

“Howard Lawrence has done it again with Running After Midnight. It takes you on a journey to Mars and back, with a lot of truth and universality in between. Musically, Howard gives us what we expect: very creative electronica, with badass beats, and catchy melodies, along with his distinct, wonderfully nasal delivery. It's the themes he touches upon that really make Mr. Lawrence a giant. He hits you in the heart and mind: the inevitability of death, solitude, dysfunction, loneliness, and paranoia. Also, though, it is the survival instinct that is a big part of his message. You've got to be tough and stealthy to overcome the ones who "pick out the easy meat with their eyes closed." Therefore, you have to overcome, or come to grips with, a rough upbringing... like Howard implies in "Thanks4thinkiname," and Lou Reed so aptly sang, "You can't always trust your mother," so how can you trust your leaders. Howard is a brave artist, who brings you what you want and what you need.”

— derinho,CD Baby Reviews

“If you put Pink Floyd, The Doors, and Jethro Tull into a blender you might end up with a musical cocktail that sounds something like Howard Lawrence. In an industry that's dominated with cookie-cutter, sound-alike "artists," Howard Lawrence stands out as being a true original. With brilliant songwriting, performances, and production, I highly recommend both of Howard's albums- The Enemy Inside and Running After Midnight... both are definite "must-haves" for anyone that loves real Art Rock.”

— Chris Martinez,CD Baby Reviews

“Wow, truly surreal and imaginative stuff! If there's one thing I love, it's original music and you have it by the truckload! Thanks & safe travels... PhilM.”

— Earth Horse,ReverbNation

“Every now and then I run across a genius here at RN and Howard, you're one of them. The music, videos, your masterful use of metaphors... simply brilliant!”

— Arnold Heston,ReverbNation

“I spent the weekend listening to my brand new Howard Lawrence The Enemy Inside CD, which arrived on Friday in all of its shrink-wrapped glory! I have to say, in a world of fast food and microwave ovens, Howard Lawrence and his music stand alone, at least to me, as a reminder of a better time; a better world of art and expression. This is the way music was meant to be written. Brilliant lyrics and spot-on production! With a deeper listen you begin to understand the story that waits for you. The true experience begins here! It plays like a good book; each chapter bringing you closer, all wrapped up and pulling for your hero. I almost shot to the last song to see how it ends! You should buy this CD, wrap yourself up with a cup of tea and a great story. My friend, Howard Lawrence, King of D.C.”

— John Cheney,ReverbNation

“Time to put on the headphones, hit play all, close my eyes and prepare for "Mars Landing." The music of Howard Lawrence is always fresh and entertaining, filled with intelligent, meaningful lyrics and Howard's unmistakable vocals. Do yourself a favor and check out both The Enemy Inside and Running After Midnight albums by this truly unique artist.”

— Juice Cannon,ReverbNation

“Hey, my friend. Stopped by to listen to "Far From Heaven." This is some epic music. A really amazing song. Some unique singing. I hear elements that remind me of a lot of different people. Awesome track. A lot of talent made this happen. TRUTH, KNOWLEDGE, RESPECT.”

— Christopher Wearstler | The Nonsense Buffer of ANN,ReverbNation

“Howard Lawrence will take you on a journey that will have you teeterin on the brink of madness. With influences ranging from Jethro Tull to Pink Floyd and fuzed with HL's creative style, this is one ride you won't want to miss!!!!!”

— Lost Generation,ReverbNation

“Running After Midnight is filled with the musical GENIUS that only Howard can produce! His madness is totally captivating in both the lyrical content as well as the intriguing instrumentation! Take a ride through this journey of incredible theatrical madness! Each track mesmerizingly leads so effortlessly into the next! BRILLIANT!!”

— Joey Pliskin,iTunes Reviews

“Running After Midnight, Winner: Best Album in the Alternative Rock category. 'Howard Lawrence combines traditional instruments in unconventional ways to achieve an album that is bold, melodic and thought-provoking.'”

— The Akademia Music Awards, Beverly Hills, CA

“I can't get enough of Howard Lawrence's Running After Midnight & The Enemy Inside, both albums are brilliant in every way, every word, every melody...Brilliant!”

— Juice Cannon,ReverbNation

“The Enemy Inside is a truly great piece of work... like a modern day "the wall"... a concept album, but with lyrics that are so personal and universal. musically, the album is quite diverse and complex... never boring, that's for sure... it begs for more than one listen... and his vocals are reminiscent of wall of voodoo... howard lawrence is what art is all about.”

— derinho,CD Baby Reviews

"Far From Heaven," Winner: Best Music Video in the Alternative Rock category. 'An unconventional storyline and imagery match this equally unconventional song, producing something that is oddly reminiscent of a Quentin Tarantino film.'

— The Akademia Music Awards, Beverly Hills, CA

“The incomparable Howard Lawrence provides the listener with a treasure trove of mind-bending delicacies. Powerfully profound, each song is a full-length film from the ears to the mind.”

— Rob Rylett,ReverbNation

“This is alternative rock theatre at its absolute best! I've been eagerly awaiting Howard's latest album, Running After Midnight, and after listening to the rough mixes here on ReverbNation, I'm blown away again - 5 stars!”

— Juice Cannon,ReverbNation

“Finally made it through all new songs. Must say your 'performed by' as mentioned in About > Members nails it best for you really perform, especially on "Hypnosis For Theatre." Excellent job, Howard. ~ k.”

— kloudworks,ReverbNation

“Thoughtful and entertaining music and lyrics. Running After Midnight is reflective of the genius that is Howard Lawrence!”

“Howard! Your entire front playlist is just packed full of new explosions to the ear! Running After Midnight is going to be incredible! 'I want to live like the king who stole the crown!'...LOVE it! ~ Rod”

— Sur Rod,ReverbNation

“The Enemy Inside video totally captures the lyrics--GREAT collab, Howard! Anyone who hasn't viewed it yet, gotta give it a play! GREAT site here, rockin the ride all the way thru!”

— Joey Pliskin,ReverbNation

“It's so refreshing to see someone keeping the concept album tradition alive, and doing it so well. Indeed, you can hear a little Ian Anderson and Frank Zappa in the vocals--but that's pretty good company to keep...Great music; I'll be back...”

“Howard is a master musician, a perfect combination of intellectual, meaningful lyrics, an efficient voice that reaches out, amazing groove and psychedelically colored songs which make music a beautiful journey...and most importantly, a very superior quality of production!! All the best Howard...salutes to u”

— Redemption Creed,ReverbNation

“Howard Lawrence's musical imagination runs wild in a very thoughtful and disciplined way (if such a statement is even remotely possible). It's the only way I can think of to describe and encapsulate this eclectic and extremely entertaining series of compositions. Howard's musings are fuel for other storytellers to absorb and feed upon. Go Howard, go!”

— Richard Ruttenberg,ReverbNation

“'Running after midnight when the lights burn out'...really love the lyrics to this Howard masterpiece! 'Live like the king who stole the crown'...Genius! ~ 'JD' ~ R:oD”

— Sur Rod,ReverbNation

“When insightful poetry meets powerful music.... together it has the ability to move the listener to a new world, opening the mind and the soul to the undiscovered and that is what we as the audience should be looking and listening for. Howard Lawrence is that artist. Immerse yourself into this experience.”

— Bob Rylett,ReverbNation

“Hey Howard. Checking out some of the new tracks and loving them. Searching for a positive adjective to describe "Tachycardia," but all seem inadequate. The word "genius" has been done to death on your comments page already, so I won't bother with that one either. Errm, what hasn't already been said by your many fans? "Music of amazing fractal complexity formed from the chaotic gathering of Howard Lawrence's missing marbles." Big RESPECT. Back soon, buddy. Best..........Nejjy.”

— Richard Nejman,ReverbNation

“Rockin' out (yes..I said Rockin') to "Tachycardia"...it's my mood today...but I'm grabbing everything else I can get on here. You are too precious to leave early :-)”

— Delaney Simpson,ReverbNation

“The Enemy Inside video is perfect! Well done, Howard and Robin :)”

— Juice Cannon,ReverbNation

"Mars Landing"--SPECTACULAR! "Hole In The Wall"--absolute masterfully written, as expected. It's like I'm sitting in the audience at a play on Broadway listening to ur tracks. Ur lyrics and the music surrounding them--WOW!! Curtain opens.....Howard, is the play written before the lyrics/music or the lyrics/music before the play? Every track on each album threads together smoothly--Art Rock at its finest here!

— Joey Pliskin,ReverbNation

“Ok, this takes me to a whole different level when I kick back, close my eyes and play through all the tracks together! Rock on! Dude, I need this on vinyl. Your world is truly a sacred place Howard! My goodness, how long does it take you to write a song? It's crazy how seamless it all seems with all you have going on! It's brilliant!”

— John Cheney,ReverbNation

“Absolutely fantastic album! Totally solid, original sound! Lyrics that hit home! Instrumentation/vocals Killer! The Enemy Inside plays like a Broadway musical! The instrumentation so eloquently wraps around the vocals! Every track threads together smoothly—Art Rock at its absolute finest! A def Must Have in every music library!”

— Joey Pliskin,Amazon.com Reviews

“Starting my Friday in a Howard Lawrence state of mind. "Trigonometry"--a song as complex as the math. Love the little break about 2 and a half mins in...never saw it comin. Everything's unpredictable; it's like organized chaos. And btw, I really think you should start a music column. Your comments are as poetically intellectual as are your songs, and they display the fact that you don't just listen--you hear. Anyone who has not crossed paths with Howard Lawrence is sadly deprived. Your support is greatly appreciated...in other words, you rock, dude! :-)”

— John Lewis,ReverbNation

“Fantastic tracks here, Howard...they flow beautifully together, and all embrace an interesting style blending funky art rock with some traces of Bowiesque soulfulness, but all loaded with great hooks and deep, rich melodies. And while it all comes from the same concept project, it's great that each tune I heard stands on its own. Enjoyed the story in The Enemy Inside...nice introspective lyricism.”

— MikeWhitePresents,ReverbNation

“It's great to come across someone as talented as you Howard. This is brilliant, progressive music with philosophical lyrics. Top quality production and arrangements... loved it!!!”

— Paul Dunn - Songwriter,ReverbNation

“Sometimes "The Enemy Inside" takes me "Miles Away." I always seem to be very "Far From Heaven." Not today, Nooootttt today. Today I'm here listening to a wonderful lyricist and musician. ...=_=...”

— MaryAnn,ReverbNation

“Howard, fabulously creative, unique sound and style! Shades of Interpol in your vocals. Lyrics flow so easily and expressively embarking visual imagery in the listener. Music is complexly arranged and intriguing. Fantastic all the way around!”

— Spare Me Felix,ReverbNation

“The mesmerizing truth of "Color Blindness." Delivered with incredible wit and clarity. "Right From Wrong"...I wish more humans were not for sale. Howard is the voice of sanity in an insane world. MUST LISTEN and MUST LEARN. "Boiling Point"…I could be that kid at the start..."The Enemy Inside"..."The Truth"..."Far from Heaven"...I think we all feel that. Clarity, truth and life with a beat! Genius at work here…”

“Your music is wonderful Howard and your lyrics are so deep. I love "Surfing Into Madness." I imagine your music to be much like what The Doors would be writing if they were still up and running today....madness…madness…madness...deeply hypnotic”

— Delaney Simpson,ReverbNation

“The video of "Far From Heaven" holds your attention from start to finish. The storyline is perfectly mirrored in the highest quality, an excellent production :)”

— Fiona MacMahon,ReverbNation

"Surfing Into Madness:" my Howard Lawrence trip for the evening. Every tune here is an unpredictable journey. The phrasing and vocal keys always seem to take a left when you thought they were going right but it WORKS and forms this psychedelic road trip straight out of a seemingly twisted yet obviously brilliant mind. Surfing into madness is more than a song title, it's the theme here and I love it.

— John Lewis,ReverbNation

“Gotta get this weekend started with the Theatrical Madness of Howard Lawrence!! Read thru the lyrics in these masterpieces--BRILLIANT!!! U ROCK, man! Have a ROCKIN Friday!”

— Joey Pliskin,ReverbNation

“Howard, you've captured my attention and imagination. I'm wired in to your sound now and am studying you. Your songwriting style is both refreshing and dangerous. Your musical mind seems to wander but it is all by design. This is a true gift. This is exactly what makes you great. You find your way through mine fields of sugar and pears and it is a delicious mix. I'm already on song number three and cannot wait to hear where you'll take me now.”

— Richard D. Ruttenberg,ReverbNation

“It is soo rare,, to find a page,, like this.. 2.5 million to choose from,, and yet,, here,, Pick a song,, any song(: And get ready to Rock(:* What a kool list of creativity! Suweet! Krayg out..”

— Krayg,ReverbNation

“WOW..."Far From Heaven" just blew my mind in that way the work of Mr. Lawrence always seems to do...very intense topic you brought to light with that song in your typical smart, unique, and mega-talented way...and big props to Chris for capturing the essence of the tune and accompanying it with the brilliant story line visuals...awesome stuff bro some of your best to date in my opinion...always a joy venturing over here to Howardville”

— John Lewis,ReverbNation

“I want to live like the king who stole the crown! Love it!..."Running After Midnight" is spectacular! Your songs are like storytelling in its finest form! The narrator just happens to be a mad genius by the name of Howard Lawrence! ~ Rod”